Overview
KERR-MCGEE 62139 is an operational gas extraction facility in Fort Lupton, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
KERR-MCGEE 62139 is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas production, which is a key component of Colorado's energy infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern pipeline safety and integrity. The NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicate involvement in natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction, respectively. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region use hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling to access tight gas formations. Located near Fort Lupton, the facility supports local energy supply and economic activity. Its proximity to populated areas necessitates adherence to safety protocols and environmental monitoring to mitigate risks associated with gas extraction, such as air emissions and water usage. The facility plays a role in the broader natural gas network serving the Rocky Mountain region.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Weld County, an area with significant oil and gas activity. Proximity to Fort Lupton and other communities requires careful management of emissions and water resources. The region's semi-arid climate and agricultural land use add to the environmental considerations, including potential impacts on air quality and groundwater. Regulatory oversight by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) addresses these concerns.
Frequently asked questions
KERR-MCGEE 62139 is located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, USA, at coordinates 40.118152, -104.845073.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas, operating under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130, which cover natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations (DOT 49 CFR Part 192) and state-level rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC), covering well construction, emissions, and water management.
The facility's operations are subject to environmental monitoring for air emissions, water usage, and potential impacts on nearby communities. Regulatory oversight aims to minimize risks associated with gas extraction.
Facilities in this basin vary widely, but many are medium to large scale, producing tens to hundreds of millions of cubic feet per day. KERR-MCGEE 62139's specific capacity is not publicly listed.
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